Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (AP) TEHRAN: Iran on Friday summoned Austria’s charge d’affaires after it branded as “fake” an Austrian intelligence report that said Tehran is seeking to acquire atomic weapons.The spat comes even as Tehran pursues delicate negotiations with the United States on its nuclear programme.In its annual report on global threats, Austria’s […]
On 25 May, 2020, George Flyod was killed by Derek Chauvin Five years ago, on May 25, 2020, the world watched in horror as George Floyd, a 46-year-old Black man, died under the knee of Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. The incident was captured by then-17-year-old Darnella Frazier, showing Chauvin pressing his knee into Floyd’s […]
BALOCHISTAN: Protests erupted across Balochistan and parts of Karachi on Friday, following allegations of torture and mistreatment of detained Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leaders by Pakistani authorities, The Balochistan Post reported.The demonstrations were organised by the BYC in response to reports that three prominent leaders – Mahrang Baloch, Beebow Baloch, and Gulzadi Baloch – were […]
A bomb went off late Friday night near the offices of Hellenic Train in central Athens, Greece. No injuries were reported, but the explosion caused limited damage. The site is located on Syngrou Avenue, a busy area filled with restaurants and bars. Police confirmed that the bomb had been placed inside a bag left near […]
Anti-Israel protests turn violent in Bangladesh (Photo: AP) At least 72 people were arrested across Bangladesh on Wednesday for their involvement in vandalism and looting during large-scale anti-Israel protests held earlier this week, reports Dhaka Tribune. Demonstrations erupted in multiple cities, including the capital Dhaka, on Monday as thousands took to the streets to condemn […]
Protest in Bangladesh over Israel attacks in Gaza. (AP) Demonstrations broke out across Bangladesh, including Dhaka city, on Monday protesting against Israeli actions in Gaza. Different organisations spanning political, social, cultural, religious and professional spheres took to Dhaka’s streets in protest.The demonstrations form part of worldwide protests against attacks on Palestinians in Gaza, according to […]
DHAKA: A court in Dhaka on Sunday sent to prison 70 lawyers known for their support for the Awami League party to face charges of “assault” and “attempt to murder” of fellow advocates during last year’s mass uprising that toppled then PM Sheikh Hasina’s govt.Court officials said Dhaka’s metropolitan sessions judge Mohammad Zakir Hossain ordered […]
Thousands gathered at the ‘Hands Off’ protest Crowds in cities across the United States and beyond took to the streets on Saturday, raising homemade signs and chants aimed at US President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, in what organisers called the largest coordinated protest since Trump began his second term after assuming office this […]
Anti-Elon Musk sentiment is gaining momentum across the UK and Europe, manifesting in a wave of biting satire and guerrilla activism. In London, provocative posters have appeared on bus stops and billboards, mocking Musk’s ties to far-right ideologies.One of the posters went viral for showing Musk rising from a Tesla while giving a straight-arm salute, […]
